Terms of Use

Acceptance of These Terms

By accessing or using Healthy Nail Institute, you acknowledge these Terms of Use. If you do not agree with these terms, you should discontinue use of the website.

These terms may be updated as the website, its services or applicable requirements change. Continued use after an updated version is published may be subject to the revised terms.

Educational Information Only

Healthy Nail Institute is an independent educational website focused on nail health topics, including nail fungus, nail conditions, symptoms, treatments, prevention, nail care, nutrition and related research.

No Medical Advice or Doctor-Patient Relationship

Information available through Healthy Nail Institute should not be used as a substitute for diagnosis, treatment or advice from a qualified healthcare professional.

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient, pharmacist-patient or other healthcare professional relationship. Do not delay or disregard professional medical care because of information you have read on this website.

If you believe you are experiencing a medical emergency, seek appropriate emergency assistance through the services available in your location.

Accuracy, Updates and Availability

We aim to provide useful, evidence-informed educational information, but health information evolves and errors or omissions may occur. We do not guarantee that every page will always be complete, current, error-free or suitable for a particular individual or situation.

Content may be modified, corrected, updated, reorganized or removed without prior notice. Website features may also be changed, suspended or discontinued.

How You May Use the Website

You may use the website for lawful personal and informational purposes. You agree not to use the website in a way that interferes with its operation, security or other visitors.

Prohibited conduct may include:

• attempting unauthorized access to website systems or accounts;
• introducing malware, malicious code or automated abuse;
• using the website for unlawful, fraudulent or deceptive activity;
• circumventing technical protections or security controls;
• misrepresenting Healthy Nail Institute content or identity;
• using automated systems in a manner that materially disrupts the website or violates applicable restrictions.

Website Content and Permitted Use

Unless otherwise stated, original website text, branding, design elements, graphics and other original materials may be protected by copyright, trademark or other intellectual-property laws.

You may link to publicly available pages and make ordinary personal use of the website. You may not reproduce, republish, sell, impersonate, systematically copy or commercially exploit substantial original website content without permission, except where permitted by applicable law.

Third-party names, trademarks, images, research materials and other content remain the property of their respective owners.

Third-Party Links

The website may link to external research, health organizations, products, services or other third-party websites. These links may be provided for reference, convenience, advertising or affiliate purposes.

Healthy Nail Institute does not control third-party websites and is not responsible for their availability, content, privacy practices, terms, products or services. A link does not necessarily mean that we endorse every statement made by the third party.

Advertising, Affiliate Links and Sponsorships

Healthy Nail Institute may be supported through advertising, affiliate relationships, sponsorships or other commercial arrangements.

When applicable, affiliate links may result in compensation if a visitor completes a qualifying action. Sponsored or promotional relationships should be disclosed where appropriate. Advertising displayed on the website does not automatically constitute an endorsement of the advertiser or every claim made in an advertisement.

Messages and Information You Submit

If you send feedback, correction requests or other communications, you are responsible for the information you choose to provide. Do not submit confidential medical records, passwords, payment credentials or other sensitive information that is unnecessary for the request.

You agree not to submit unlawful, threatening, malicious, infringing or deceptive material through website forms or communication channels.

Use of the Website Is at Your Discretion

To the extent permitted by applicable law, the website and its content are provided on an “as available” basis for general educational purposes. No representation is made that the website will be uninterrupted or that all information will meet every user's particular needs.

Limitation of Liability

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Healthy Nail Institute and those involved in operating the website will not be responsible for losses arising solely from reliance on general educational content as a substitute for professional advice, or from third-party websites, products, advertisements or services outside our control.

Any limitation applies only to the extent allowed by applicable law and does not override rights that legally cannot be waived.

Privacy and Cookies

Use of the website may involve processing of information as described in our Privacy Policy. Cookies and similar technologies may also be used depending on the website services and advertising or analytics tools that are enabled.

Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms of Use when the website, its services, business practices or applicable requirements change. The current version should be published on this page with an updated effective date.

Questions About These Terms

If you have questions about these Terms of Use, use the Healthy Nail Institute Contact page.